July 6, 2026 Public Works and Capital Projects

The Ulster County Legislature's Public Works and Capital Projects Committee met on July 6, 2026, to discuss several procurement and capital improvement matters. Key procurement discussions included the approval of a $11 million capital project for comprehensive upgrades to the Ulster County Pool, funded partly by a $3.9 million SWIMS grant and additional state funding, with debate over budget impacts and potential cost savings from energy-efficient technologies. The committee also approved contracts for a cloud-based fuel management system upgrade and a $2.1 million highway safety project in the Town of Hurley, including flood prevention infrastructure. Additionally, the committee considered the acceptance of a property easement for a public safety radio tower and the dedication of highway real property, with some requests for further legal review. Budget amendments were approved to allocate additional funds for highway salt due to increased winter usage. The meeting included motions to postpone certain resolutions for further information and a detailed discussion on historic designation of county-owned properties to enable future grant opportunities. Overall, the meeting focused heavily on capital project approvals, contract awards, budget amendments, and strategic planning for county infrastructure and facilities.